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How can you create compelling transportation proposals?

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Creating compelling transportation proposals is a crucial skill for transportation planners who want to secure funding, approval, and support for their projects. Transportation proposals are documents that present the goals, benefits, costs, and feasibility of a proposed transportation project, such as a new road, bike lane, transit line, or parking facility. A good transportation proposal should be clear, concise, persuasive, and evidence-based, as well as aligned with the needs and expectations of the stakeholders and decision-makers. In this article, we will share some tips on how to create compelling transportation proposals that can help you achieve your transportation planning objectives.

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Carlo Gabriele Borri MCIOB AMICE

Director at Arcadis

1 Define the problem and the solution

The first step in creating a compelling transportation proposal is to define the problem that your project aims to address and the solution that you propose to implement. This should include a brief description of the current situation, the challenges and opportunities, the goals and objectives, and the scope and scale of the project. You should also explain how your project aligns with the relevant policies, plans, and strategies of the local, regional, or national authorities. By defining the problem and the solution, you can establish the rationale and the purpose of your proposal and show how it contributes to the overall transportation vision and mission.

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Carlo Gabriele Borri MCIOB AMICE

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Cost planning and estimating are crucial tools in supporting transportation proposals. By accurately estimating the costs and resources required for a project, you can demonstrate its affordability and viability, addressing potential financial concerns. This process helps quantify the costs and benefits of your solution, identify and address potential cost risks early in the project life cycle, and demonstrate the affordability of your solution. It also helps better understand the scope and scale of your project, making informed decisions about your project design. It also improves communication and collaboration between stakeholders, providing a common framework for discussing costs and resources.

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Roberto da Silva Junior

Gerente de Logística Macaw Transportes | MBA em Logística Farmacêutica
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O primeiro passo para criar uma proposta de transporte atraente é definir o problema que seu projeto visa abordar e a solu??o que você se prop?e a implementar. Isso deve incluir uma breve descri??o da situa??o atual, os desafios e oportunidades, as metas e objetivos, e o escopo e a escala do projeto.

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2 Assess the impacts and benefits

The next step in creating a compelling transportation proposal is to assess the impacts and benefits of your project on various aspects of transportation, such as mobility, accessibility, safety, efficiency, sustainability, equity, and quality of life. You should use appropriate methods and tools, such as traffic analysis, travel demand modeling, cost-benefit analysis, environmental impact assessment, social impact assessment, and stakeholder analysis, to quantify and qualify the expected outcomes and outputs of your project. You should also compare your project with alternative options and scenarios and justify why your project is the best or preferred solution. By assessing the impacts and benefits, you can demonstrate the value and the feasibility of your project and highlight its positive effects on the transportation system and the community.

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Carlo Gabriele Borri MCIOB AMICE

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Assess the impacts/benefits using better business cases/five-case model. Transportation projects offer numerous benefits and impacts, enhancing the quality of life. To assess these impacts, businesses should develop a strategic case that aligns with strategic priorities, conduct an economic case to quantify economic benefits, develop a commercial case demonstrating financial viability, prepare a financial case detailing potential revenue streams, and create a management case outlining the project's governance structure, risk management plan, and delivery schedule. By addressing all five cases, transportation planners can make informed investment decisions, leading to projects that deliver maximum value for money and improve community lives.

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3 Estimate the costs and resources

The third step in creating a compelling transportation proposal is to estimate the costs and resources required for your project, such as capital, operating, maintenance, and contingency costs, as well as human, material, and technical resources. You should use reliable data and sources, such as historical records, market prices, engineering standards, and expert opinions, to calculate and forecast the costs and resources over the life cycle of your project. You should also identify the potential sources and methods of funding and financing your project, such as grants, loans, bonds, taxes, fees, or public-private partnerships. By estimating the costs and resources, you can show the affordability and the viability of your project and address the financial and logistical challenges and risks.

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Cost planning is essential for estimating the costs and resources required for a project, such as a transportation proposal. Parametric estimation is a cost methodology that uses historical data and statistical analysis to estimate costs based on key parameters. This method is helpful for transportation projects, providing a wealth of historical data. To develop a realistic cost estimate, identify key parameters, collect historical data, and create a statistical model. Consider potential funding sources, be realistic about assumptions, and regularly update the cost estimate to ensure accuracy.

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4 Communicate the proposal effectively

The final step in creating a compelling transportation proposal is to communicate the proposal effectively to your target audience, such as funders, regulators, partners, clients, or the public. You should use clear and concise language, avoid jargon and technical terms, and use visual aids, such as maps, charts, graphs, tables, photos, or videos, to illustrate your points and data. You should also organize your proposal in a logical and coherent structure, following the standard format and guidelines of your organization or institution. You should also proofread and edit your proposal for accuracy, consistency, and clarity. By communicating the proposal effectively, you can convey your message and your vision and persuade your audience to support and approve your project.

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